title: Osteochondrosis of the canine tibiotarsal joint.
abstract: This article reviews previous literature and current conclusions regarding osteochondrosis dissecans in the canine tarsus since it was first reported only 20 years ago. Breed, signalment, and clinical characteristics can greatly aid the clinician in suspicion of this condition. Specific radiographic techniques for confirmation of osteochondrosis are discussed. Treatment options, expectations, and specific surgical approaches are reviewed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine, Baton Rouge, USA.
authors.forename: R B
authors.initials: RB
authors.lastname: Fitch
authors.forename: B S
authors.initials: BS
authors.lastname: Beale
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D004283:Dog Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D004285:Dogs; D005260:Female; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000662:veterinary; D008297:Male; D010007:Osteochondritis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery / Q000662:veterinary*; D013643:Tarsus, Animal / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed / Q000662:veterinary